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Current & Proposed Changes in NY Laws for Liquor Store Owners
by evansfox | Aug 14, 2025 | Retail Liquor License
New Application Requirement to Divulge Family Members with Liquor Store Licenses The Commissioners are now affirmatively asking all new liquor store applicants to state under oath whether they have any family members that also hold liquor store licenses in New York...
Trademark Law & AI: Navigating the New Frontier
by evansfox | Aug 12, 2025 | Tips For the Entrepreneur, Trademark
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to permeate various aspects of our lives, it brings with it profound implications for intellectual property law, including trademark law. AI's growing role in content creation, brand management, and consumer interactions poses...
Can you trademark a cannabis brand?
by evansfox | Aug 6, 2025 | CBD, Copyright, General Business, Patent, Tips For the Entrepreneur, Trademark
Can you trademark a cannabis brand? You may have some options you did not know about As the cannabis industry grows, branding has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. However, trademarking cannabis-related goods and services remains a complex...
A New Buzz: How Hemp-Derived THC Beverages Can Revitalize NY Craft Breweries & Cideries
by evansfox | Jul 30, 2025 | Brewery & Cidery, CBD, Distillery, General Business, Permit, Restaurants & Bar, Wineries
As alcohol consumption declines—especially among younger consumers—many craft breweries and cideries in New York are facing a sobering reality: traditional beverage sales are slowing and margins are tightening. But with this market shift comes a new and timely...
New York State Liquor Authority Enforcement in 2025
by evansfox | Jul 28, 2025 | Brewery & Cidery, Distillery, General Business, Permit, Restaurants & Bar, Retail Liquor License, Wineries
The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) has maintained rigorous enforcement of the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Law throughout 2025, emphasizing public safety and regulatory compliance. The 2026 State Budget increased the Liquor Authority’s budget by 30%,...
New Liquor Licensing Law Opens Doors for NY Theaters
by evansfox | Jul 24, 2025 | General Business, Permit, Restaurants & Bar, Retail Liquor License
New York moviegoers are enjoying more than popcorn and soda with their films these days. Thanks to a new law passed as part of the 2025 legislative session, all movie theaters in New York (that meet the definition) are now eligible to apply for a liquor license with...
Federal Estate Tax Update
by evansfox | Jul 23, 2025 | General Business, Government, Uncategorized
Finally … some clarity! Federal Estate Tax planning has been more turbulent the past twenty years than sailing a ship through a hurricane. Ok, that’s an exaggeration. Nevertheless, we have clarity now. As a result of the OBBB Act (One Big Beautiful Bill) signed...
Trademarks for Restaurants & Bars: Protecting the Brand Behind the Experience
by evansfox | Jul 15, 2025 | Brewery & Cidery, Craft Beverage Branding, Distillery, Restaurants & Bar, Tips For the Entrepreneur, Trademark, Wineries
In today’s crowded hospitality landscape, a restaurant or bar's name, logo, or signature drink can be just as valuable as its menu. Whether you're operating a fine-dining destination, a local tavern, or a craft cocktail bar, trademark protection is essential to guard...
Understanding New York’s Proposed Cannabis Showcase Event Permits
by evansfox | Jul 9, 2025 | Permit
In May 2025, the New York State Cannabis Control Board introduced proposed regulations for Cannabis Showcase Event Permits, aiming to expand opportunities for licensed cannabis businesses to engage with consumers beyond traditional retail settings. These events will...
Planning for the Future of Your Lake House
by evansfox | Jul 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Summer weather finally arrived in Rochester at the end of June. As the temperatures warm up, many of us in western New York are escaping to the lake to cool off and to enjoy the warmer weather. If you are among the lucky few to own a second home or a cottage, you...
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